Do you consider yourself as someone who is direct and forthright with others?

"Yes, I do consider myself to be direct with others. The most professional and respectful thing to do is get to the point across in a considerate way. I never sugarcoat a situation; however, I assume that everyone had the best intentions. One example of my being direct is when one of my team members delivers a project report with errors. I will approach them and say, 'There are errors in your report. Are you able to fix these by the end of the day?' By doing so, I point out the issue while being transparent and direct on what the deadlines are for resubmission. As the person leading something to the finish line, I must be clear on expectations every step of the way."

When responding to this question, you want to avoid coming across as meek and timid to the interviewer. When searching for their ideal candidate, they want to hire an MSL who is direct and candid with those they work with. Be confident and optimistic in your response, showing the interviewer that you have the skills needed for the job.